2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (142 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 351 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Monza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
